Saturday, 3 December 2016

The journey from Knaresborough to home seemed short and there were no hold ups. In fact I didn't write a thing in my journal!

We were home about 15.30 and then of course it was unpacking,sorting through the mound of post that had built up and finding a home for our purchases.

We had had a great time and although initially we planned to return in two years we are now wondering about another trip next year. How can we miss the great scenery, wool week activities, camaraderie and birds?

But before then we need to complete the decorating. I am not sure we are refreshed as we feel pretty exhausted but we have a large lounge & dining room to decorate and hopefully have finished before Christmas. But of course there are other priorities too-like the order for extra long double pointed needles so I can knit the Makin Shawl by Donna Smith from the Wool Week Annual. I have the wool and want to practise my developing skill of using a knitting belt! Then of course there is the Shetland lace knitting, the jumper for M, more dyeing, teaching a Nuno felt class and so on..... It all keeps the brain going.

I hope this has inspired you to take a look at Shetland and maybe visit. The landscape is special and the people are very special too. Thank you all for making our visit, once again, special.

The fingerless meadowsweet gloves finally get finished- shown on my new gloves boards

About Me

Textile designer-maker who is also a professional image consultant and qualified teacher. My work varies from teaching eg natural dyeing, to advising on personal colour and style to making couture pieces. I am passionate about what I do and encourage others to enjoy the process of producing and wearing garments and accessories that show individual creativity and skill and can be enjoyed for many years.